1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick LeSabre | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | LeSabre | 118 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |